Clovis Personal Injury Attorneys

If you were injured in Clovis because of someone else’s negligence, you may be able to pursue compensation for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and other losses tied to your injuries. Personal injury claims can arise from many situations, including motor vehicle accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, dog bites, defective products, unsafe property conditions, and other forms of wrongful conduct. 

Clovis has a mix of busy commercial corridors, residential neighborhoods, Old Town pedestrian areas, and major routes such as Shaw Avenue, Herndon Avenue, and SR-168, so the evidence and agencies involved can vary depending on how and where an injury occurs.

Workplace injuries may involve California workers’ compensation, while some cases may also support a separate claim against a negligent third party. Local medical records, incident reports, witness statements, surveillance footage, employment records, and other evidence can all document what happened and how the injury affected your life. Arash Law represents injury victims in Clovis and has recovered over $1 billion for injured clients across California.

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Who Can File a Personal Injury Claim in Clovis?

If you suffered a physical, emotional, or psychological injury because of another party’s negligence or intentional act, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim in Clovis. The category is broad, and Arash Law represents all of the following:

  • Injured drivers and passengers hurt in collisions on Herndon Avenue, Shaw Avenue, Clovis Avenue, SR-168, or any other Clovis road.
  • Pedestrians and bicyclists who get struck by vehicles, including pedestrians hurt during Old Town Clovis events or in school-zone crossings along Clovis Avenue.
  • Motorcyclists who are injured in crashes and unfairly blamed by insurers who may rely on bias against riders.
  • Employees injured on the job may have a workers’ compensation claim. If a negligent third party contributed to the injury, they may also have a separate personal injury claim.
  • Customers and visitors who were injured on commercial or residential property due to a dangerous condition that the owner failed to remedy.
  • Victims of dog bites on public or private property in the City of Clovis.
  • Anyone harmed by a defective product, including vehicle parts, medical devices, or consumer goods.
  • Surviving family members of a person who died because of another’s negligence. Eligible family members may bring a wrongful death claim under California Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) § 377.60.
  • Spouses and registered domestic partners of an injured person may hold an independent loss-of-consortium claim. This claim may address the loss of companionship, affection, and moral support.
  • Minors whose guardian or court-appointed guardian ad litem may pursue a claim on their behalf. A parent may ask the court to appoint them as the minor’s guardian ad litem.

If you are unsure whether your situation qualifies, a free case evaluation with Arash Law costs you nothing and carries no obligation. Our Clovis injury law firm can review the circumstances of your case, explain the legal options that may apply, and help you understand the next steps.

Why Personal Injury Claims in Clovis Are Distinct from Anywhere Else in California

Clovis has local roads, businesses, workplaces, public spaces, medical facilities, and government agencies that can affect how a personal injury claim is investigated and documented. The evidence and responsible parties will depend on where and how the injury occurred.

Local Roads, Businesses, and Public Spaces Can Shape a Claim

Clovis has busy commercial areas, residential neighborhoods, schools, workplaces, parks, and major traffic corridors. Herndon Avenue, Shaw Avenue, Clovis Avenue, and State Route 168 (SR-168) carry substantial local and regional traffic. At the same time, injuries can also occur in stores, restaurants, apartment complexes, workplaces, public property, and other locations throughout the city.

The location matters because it can determine who owned or controlled the property, which agency responded, whether surveillance footage exists, and which records should be preserved.

Old Town Clovis Brings Together Pedestrians, Businesses, and Events

The historic Old Town Clovis district, centered along Clovis Avenue near Fifth Street, contains shops, restaurants, public spaces, and recurring community events. Increased activity in this compact area may lead to vehicle collisions, pedestrian injuries, slip-and-fall incidents, or workplace injuries. Evidence may include business surveillance footage, incident reports, witness statements, property-maintenance records, and photographs of the condition that caused the injury.

Different Agencies and Property Owners May Hold Important Evidence

The source of evidence depends on the type and location of the incident. The Clovis Police Department may hold reports for incidents it investigates within the city, while the California Highway Patrol may investigate collisions on SR-168 and certain roads outside city limits.

For crashes on Clovis city streets, the Clovis Police Department may hold the collision report. CHP’s Fresno Area patrols state highways and unincorporated roads, including state routes in the Clovis area. The investigating agency depends on the crash location and circumstances.

Other claims may require records from a business, property owner, employer, product manufacturer, school district, or government agency. Identifying who controlled the location or activity involved can be an important early step in preserving evidence.

Local Medical Facilities Can Document Different Types of Injuries

People injured in Clovis may receive treatment at Clovis Community Medical Center or other medical facilities in the Fresno area. Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno provides higher-level trauma care, while Valley Children’s Hospital serves pediatric patients in the region.

Medical records can document the nature and severity of injuries from many types of incidents. That includes traffic collisions, falls, workplace accidents, dog bite attacks, defective products, and other harmful events.

Personal Injury Lawsuits May Proceed Through Fresno County Superior Court

Personal injury lawsuits arising from incidents in Clovis may be filed in Fresno County Superior Court when Fresno County is the proper venue. Unlimited civil cases generally involve claims exceeding $35,000. The applicable court and procedure may depend on the amount in controversy, the parties involved, and the type of claim.

California Allows Fault to Be Shared Among Responsible Parties

California follows a pure comparative fault system. If an injured person is partly responsible for an incident, that percentage of fault can reduce the damages they recover rather than automatically barring the claim.

This rule can apply in many personal injury cases. Evidence about how the injury happened, who controlled the dangerous condition, and what each party did before the incident can affect how fault is allocated.

Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Clovis, California

Arash Law handles a broad range of personal injury cases in Clovis and throughout Fresno County. The legal issues can differ depending on how the injury occurred, who may be responsible, what evidence is available, and which insurance coverage may apply.

Motor Vehicle Collisions

Motor vehicle accidents in Clovis can involve different types of vehicles, insurance policies, and evidence depending on how the crash occurred and who was involved.

California Office of Traffic Safety data for 2023 reported 395 people killed or injured in traffic collisions in Clovis. The same data included:

  • 70 speed-related fatal and injury collisions.
  • 20 hit-and-run fatal and injury collisions.
  • 16 victims involving motorcycles.
  • 19 pedestrian victims.
  • 25 bicyclist victims.

These figures show that serious crashes in Clovis involve a range of road users and accident types.

  • Car Accidents: Clovis car accident lawyers handle crashes, including rear-end and left-turn collisions, on roads such as Shaw Avenue and Herndon Avenue. These cases often turn on driver conduct, the police report, medical records, witness accounts, and available insurance coverage.
  • Truck Accidents: Clovis truck accident attorneys handle claims involving commercial trucks serving agricultural and other businesses throughout the Central Valley. These cases can require a closer look at driver logs, maintenance records, company practices, and federal safety requirements.
  • Rideshare Accidents: Rideshare accident lawyers handle claims involving Uber and other rideshare vehicles. A key issue is often the driver’s app status at the time of the crash, as it can affect which insurance coverage is available.
  • Motorcycle Accidents: Motorcycle cases often involve disputes about visibility, turning movements, lane position, and shared fault. California’s comparative fault rule allows an injured rider to pursue compensation even if the rider is found partly responsible.
  • Pedestrian Accidents: Pedestrians are especially vulnerable when struck by a vehicle at an intersection, crosswalk, parking area, or roadside. These claims may focus on right-of-way, driver attention, signal timing, and whether the pedestrian was visible before impact.
  • Bicycle Accidents: Bicycle crashes can raise different issues from other vehicle claims, including unsafe passing, dooring, intersection conflicts, and road conditions. The position of the bicycle and vehicle before impact can be especially important when determining fault.

Premises Liability Cases

Clovis has many retail and commercial properties, including areas along Herndon Avenue and Shaw Avenue. Dangerous conditions on these properties can cause serious injuries.

Under California Civil Code § 1714 and Rowland v. Christian, 69 Cal. 2d 108 (1968), property owners and occupiers generally must use reasonable care to keep their property safe. Liability depends on whether they failed to use reasonable care and whether that failure caused the injury.

Our personal injury attorneys may review incident reports, surveillance footage, maintenance records, inspection logs, photos, and witness statements. This evidence may help show how long a dangerous condition existed before the injury occurred.

Workplace Accidents

Workplace accidents in Clovis can happen in many settings, including farms, warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and construction sites. They may involve falls, machinery, vehicles, unsafe property conditions, or defective equipment.

Workers’ compensation typically covers on-the-job injuries. However, if a third party, such as an equipment manufacturer, subcontractor, or property owner, contributed to the injury, a separate personal injury claim may also be available.

In some cases, Cal/OSHA inspection records, citations, safety reports, and other workplace records may help show how the injury happened and who may be responsible.

Strict Liability Cases

Some California injury claims can involve strict liability. This means the injured person may not need to prove ordinary negligence as in other personal injury cases. Two common examples are the following:

  • Dog Bites: Dog owners are generally strictly liable when their dog bites someone in a public place or while the person is lawfully on private property, under California Civil Code § 3342. California does not follow a “one free bite” rule. A claim may include medical expenses and other damages caused by the bite, such as scarring, nerve damage, and emotional harm.
  • Defective Products: A manufacturer, distributor, or retailer may be strictly liable when a defective product causes an injury. Claims may involve defective vehicle parts, medical devices, consumer products, or contaminated food. Product liability cases can involve design defects, manufacturing defects, or inadequate warnings. Clovis personal injury attorneys may work with engineers, safety specialists, and other experts to evaluate how the defect caused the injury.

Wrongful Death

When a family member’s death was caused by another’s negligence, surviving family members, including spouses, children, and registered domestic partners, may bring a wrongful death claim under CCP § 377.60. Available damages are governed by CCP § 377.61. These cases are civil matters and are separate from any criminal proceedings. When Fresno County is the proper venue, the case may proceed in Fresno County Superior Court.

For California personal injury claims spanning multiple categories, our attorneys can evaluate every potential avenue of recovery before recommending a strategy.

Common Injuries in Clovis Personal Injury Cases

Personal injury cases in Clovis can involve a wide range of injuries. The type and severity of harm will depend on the circumstances of the accident or incident.

Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
A TBI is a disruption in normal brain function caused by a blow, bump, or jolt to the head. TBIs can range from mild concussions to severe impairments affecting memory, speech, coordination, and emotional functioning. Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno is home to a Level I trauma center that treats seriously injured patients from the region. We may also work with neurologists and neuropsychologists to help document injuries that are not always visible on early imaging.
Spinal Cord Injuries
Damage to the spinal cord can cause partial or complete paralysis, including paraplegia or quadriplegia. Severe spinal cord injuries may require long-term medical care, rehabilitation, adaptive equipment, and home modifications. We may evaluate future care needs based on medical recommendations and, when appropriate, a life care plan.
Fractures
Broken bones can affect the arms, legs, ribs, pelvis, and other parts of the body. Some fractures require surgery, pins, plates, or an extended recovery. Complications can also delay a person’s return to work or normal activities.
Neck Injuries and Whiplash

The sudden force of a collision can strain or damage muscles, ligaments, and other soft tissues in the neck. Some people experience pain, stiffness, headaches, and reduced range of motion after the injury.

Internal Organ Injuries
Injuries to the liver, kidneys, spleen, lungs, or other organs can cause internal bleeding and other serious complications. These injuries may require urgent evaluation and treatment at facilities such as Clovis Community Medical Center or Community Regional Medical Center.
Severe Burns and Amputations
Workplace, vehicle, product-related, and other accidents can cause serious burns or traumatic amputations. These injuries may require surgery, prosthetics, rehabilitation, and long-term medical care.
Psychological and Emotional Injuries
PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other emotional effects can interfere with daily life, relationships, work, and driving. These harms may be compensable if the injury caused them and evidence supports that. Treatment records from mental health professionals can help document their impact.

Clovis personal injury lawyers may use medical records, diagnostic imaging, therapy notes, work restrictions, and future-care recommendations to show the extent of your injuries. These records can help connect the injury to the incident, document your treatment, and support the damages claimed in your case.

Available Compensation in Personal Injury Cases

The compensation available in a personal injury case depends on the type of claim, the losses you suffered, and the evidence that supports those losses. Depending on the circumstances, damages may include the following.

Economic Damages

Economic damages cover measurable financial losses caused by the injury. These losses usually have bills, receipts, wage records, and other supporting documentation. Examples include:

  • Emergency treatment and hospitalization.
  • Follow-up care, surgery, physical therapy, and rehabilitation.
  • Future medical expenses and long-term care needs.
  • Lost wages from time away from work.
  • Loss of earning capacity if the injury affects your ability to earn income in the future.
  • Property damage, including repair or replacement costs.

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages address the personal effects of an injury that do not have a fixed dollar value. They focus on how the injury affects your comfort, independence, and quality of life. Among these are:

  • Pain and suffering.
  • Emotional distress and PTSD.
  • Loss of enjoyment of life.
  • Permanent scarring or disfigurement.
  • Physical impairment or disability.
  • Loss of consortium in a qualifying spouse or registered domestic partner’s separate claim.

Punitive Damages

Punitive damages are different from compensatory damages. They may be available when the defendant acted with malice, oppression, or fraud under California Civil Code § 3294. These damages are not available in every case. Their purpose is to punish, especially wrongful conduct, and deter similar behavior.

Wrongful Death Damages

Wrongful death damages are meant to compensate eligible surviving family members for certain losses caused by a loved one’s death. The available damages depend on the relationship to the deceased and the circumstances of the case.

  • Lost financial support the deceased would have provided.
  • Loss of companionship, guidance, and moral support.
  • Funeral and burial expenses.

Workers’ Compensation and Third-Party Claims

A workplace injury may involve workers’ compensation rather than a traditional personal injury claim against the employer. Benefits may include medical treatment, disability payments, supplemental job displacement benefits, and death benefits. If a negligent third party contributed to the injury, the worker may also have a separate personal injury claim against that party.

Available workers’ compensation benefits may include:

  • Medical treatment.
  • Temporary disability benefits.
  • Permanent disability benefits.
  • Supplemental job displacement benefits in qualifying cases.
  • Death benefits for eligible dependents.

How Insurance Applies to Personal Injury Claims in Clovis

Insurance can play an important role in many personal injury claims. The type of coverage that applies depends on how the injury happened, who may be responsible, and what policies are available.

For motor vehicle accidents, California follows an at-fault system. The person who caused the crash may be legally responsible for the resulting losses, subject to the facts of the case and available insurance coverage. Insurance Code § 11580.2 governs uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage, including the written-rejection requirement.

California’s minimum auto liability limits, effective January 1, 2025, under California Vehicle Code § 16056 are as follows:

  • $30,000 per person for bodily injury or death.
  • $60,000 per accident for bodily injury or death.
  • $15,000 per accident for property damage.

These are minimum limits, not maximums. Some drivers may carry only the minimum required coverage, which may be insufficient to compensate someone with serious injuries.

Coverage types that may apply include:

  • Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) Coverage: If the at-fault driver has no insurance or insufficient coverage, your own UM/UIM policy may provide additional compensation. California requires this coverage to be offered, and rejection must generally be made in writing (Insurance Code § 11580.2). UM/UIM claims can involve disputes over coverage, fault, and claim value.
  • Medical Payments (MedPay): MedPay may cover certain medical expenses for you and, depending on the policy, other occupants of your vehicle, regardless of fault. Coverage limits and terms vary by policy.
  • Homeowners and Renters Liability: Residential liability coverage may apply when a homeowner or resident is legally responsible for an injury that occurs on the property.
  • Commercial General Liability: Businesses in areas such as the Herndon Avenue retail corridor and Old Town Clovis may carry commercial general liability coverage. These policies may apply to certain bodily injury and premises liability claims, subject to policy limits and exclusions.

Insurers may review police reports, surveillance footage, dashcam video, witness statements, and other evidence when deciding how to allocate fault. Under California’s pure comparative fault rule, your compensation may be reduced in proportion to your share of responsibility for the incident.

Arash Law may respond to fault disputes with evidence gathered early in the case. This can include surveillance footage, event data recorder data, traffic signal records, photographs, and witness statements.

Before giving a detailed recorded statement or signing broad medical authorizations, you may want to speak with an attorney about your rights and obligations. A free case evaluation with our firm costs you nothing. Once retained, our team can communicate with insurers on your behalf and help you avoid preventable mistakes during the claims process.

Proving Negligence and Liability in Clovis Personal Injury Cases

Liability in a Clovis personal injury case can be based on several legal principles. The applicable theory depends on how the injury occurred and who may be responsible.

Common bases for liability include:

  • Negligence: Negligence claims generally require proof of four elements. California Civil Code § 1714 provides the general duty to use reasonable care.
    • Duty: The defendant owed you a duty of care.
    • Breach: The defendant failed to use reasonable care.
    • Causation: The defendant’s conduct was a substantial factor in causing your harm.
    • Damages: You suffered compensable losses because of the injury.
  • Premises Liability: Premises liability is generally a form of negligence. It focuses on whether a property owner or occupier failed to use reasonable care in inspecting, maintaining, or managing the property, and whether that failure caused the injury. Issues may include dangerous conditions, inadequate warnings, or hazards the owner knew or reasonably should have known about.
  • Dangerous Public Property: A claim against the City of Clovis, Fresno County, Caltrans, or another public entity may arise when a dangerous condition of public property contributes to an injury and the requirements of Government Code § 835 are met. These claims also have special notice and filing requirements.
  • Strict Liability: Some claims do not require proof of ordinary negligence. Dog bite claims in California may fall under Civil Code § 3342. Defective product claims may also involve strict product liability when a design defect, manufacturing defect, or inadequate warning causes injury.
  • Negligence Per Se: A violation of a statute, ordinance, or regulation may create a presumption of negligence when the requirements of California Evidence Code § 669 are met. This principle can apply when the violated rule was intended to protect against the type of harm that occurred.
  • Vicarious Liability: An employer may be held responsible for certain wrongful acts committed by an employee within the scope of employment. Such liability can arise in cases involving commercial drivers, delivery workers, construction crews, and other employees acting on behalf of a business.
  • Intentional Tort: Some personal injury claims arise from deliberate acts rather than carelessness. Examples can include assault, battery, false imprisonment, or other intentional misconduct that causes harm.

California also follows pure comparative fault under Li v. Yellow Cab Co., 13 Cal. 3d 804 (1975). If an injured person shares responsibility for an incident, their damages may be reduced by their percentage of fault rather than being completely barred.

When several defendants are responsible, Proposition 51, Civil Code § 1431.2, generally limits each defendant’s responsibility for non-economic damages to that defendant’s share of fault. Economic damages may still be subject to joint and several liability, depending on the circumstances.

In some motor vehicle cases, Proposition 213, Civil Code § 3333.4, may restrict an uninsured driver’s ability to recover non-economic damages. The legal theory and available recovery depend on the facts of each case.

Deadlines That Govern Your Clovis Personal Injury Case

California personal injury claims are subject to strict filing deadlines. Missing one can prevent you from recovering compensation, although limited exceptions may apply.

  • Personal Injury (CCP § 335.1): You generally have two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit.
  • Wrongful Death (CCP § 335.1): Eligible family members generally have two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
  • Property Damage (CCP § 338(c)): You generally have three years to file a lawsuit for damage to a vehicle or other personal property.
  • Claims Involving Minors (CCP § 352): For many ordinary personal injury claims, the statute of limitations may be tolled while the injured person is under 18. Important exceptions apply, including claims subject to the Government Claims Act, which follow different rules.
  • Delayed Discovery: In some cases, the filing period may begin when the injured person discovered, or reasonably should have discovered, the injury and its cause rather than on the date of the incident. Whether this rule applies depends on the type of claim and the specific facts.
  • Government Claim (Gov. Code § 911.2): If a public entity may be responsible, you generally must present a written claim within six months after the cause of action accrues (usually starts from the date of the injury). This can apply to claims involving the City of Clovis, Fresno County, Caltrans, or another public agency.

    After a government claim is presented, the deadline to file a lawsuit depends on the response. A written rejection that complies with Government Code § 913 generally gives you six months to sue under Government Code § 945.6(a)(1). If no qualifying written rejection is served, the filing period may extend to two years from accrual under Government Code § 945.6(a)(2).

Examples of Results Arash Law Has Obtained for Clients

Arash Law has represented clients in high-value personal injury cases involving unsafe property conditions, workplace incidents, and motor vehicle claims. The examples below show how our attorneys have pursued compensation in cases involving disputed liability, serious injuries, and complex litigation.

$41.95M
Personal Injury
Our attorneys represented a husband and wife who were attacked inside a Walmart store with an unsecured baseball bat. We pursued claims against the retailer and presented evidence regarding store safety and the retailer’s responsibility for the incident. The jury found Walmart 50% liable, resulting in a judgment against the company that exceeded $30 million.
$18.7M
Premises Liability
We represented an 18-year-old worker who suffered severe leg injuries while using a tractor and harvesting equipment on a farm. When the defendant disputed responsibility, our team took the case through arbitration. We secured an $18.7 million award for our client.
$17.9M
Auto Injury
Our attorneys represented two clients in a case involving Los Angeles County. The County disputed liability, and the case proceeded through years of litigation. Our team ultimately obtained a unanimous $17.9 million jury verdict. One client suffered a fractured tibia and a mild permanent brain injury, while the other sustained a knee injury that required physical therapy.

Disclaimer: These outcomes reflect the specific facts, evidence, injuries, defendants, insurance issues, and litigation history of those individual cases. They should not be used to estimate the value of a Clovis personal injury claim, because even cases involving similar injuries or accident types can produce very different results.

Why Work With Our Lawyers for Your Personal Injury Claim

Choosing a personal injury attorney in Clovis means finding a legal team that understands the local community, available evidence, nearby medical facilities, and the courts that may handle your case. Arash Law helps injured clients navigate each stage of the claims process.

  • We prepare your case for the appropriate court. If litigation becomes necessary, our attorneys handle the filing and procedural requirements for the case, including matters that may be filed in Fresno County Superior Court.
  • We gather medical evidence. Our team may obtain records from facilities such as Clovis Community Medical Center, Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno, and Valley Children’s Hospital in Madera to document your injuries and treatment.
  • We preserve important evidence. Depending on the case, we may seek surveillance footage, police or CHP reports, witness statements, photographs, vehicle data, and other records before they become unavailable.
  • We prepare for litigation when needed. Our attorneys build each case around the available evidence, applicable law, and disputed issues so the claim is ready to move forward if settlement is not appropriate.
  • We handle a wide range of injury claims. This includes motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, workplace-related third-party claims, dog bites, defective products, wrongful death, and other personal injury matters.
  • We represent clients on a contingency fee basis. Clients pay no upfront attorney’s fees. The injury law firm earns an attorney’s fee only if compensation is recovered, subject to the terms of the retainer agreement.
  • We draw on experience from significant past results. Arash Law has recovered over $1 billion for injured clients across California in a wide range of personal injury cases.

If you or someone you love suffered an injury in Clovis, you can contact Arash Law for a free case evaluation. There is no obligation to hire the firm after the consultation. Call (888) 488-1391. Our phone lines are available 24 hours a day.

What to Expect: The Clovis Personal Injury Claims Process

The personal injury claims process can vary depending on the type of case, the available evidence, and whether the matter is resolved through settlement or litigation.

  1. Initial case review. The facts, available evidence, potential defendants, and insurance coverage are reviewed to determine whether a claim may be available.
  2. Evidence preservation. Important records may be preserved or requested. These can include incident reports, surveillance footage, photographs, vehicle data, and other relevant evidence.
  3. Investigation. Witness statements, documents, video, photographs, and expert analysis may be used to determine how the injury occurred and who may be responsible.
  4. Medical documentation. Medical records, treatment notes, imaging, and future-care recommendations may help document the nature and extent of the injuries.
  5. Damages evaluation. Medical expenses, lost income, future care needs, and other losses may be reviewed to estimate the claim’s value.
  6. Demand and negotiation. A demand may be presented to the insurer or responsible party. The parties may then negotiate toward a possible settlement.
  7. Filing a lawsuit. If the claim does not resolve, a lawsuit may be filed in the appropriate court. If your claim exceeds $35,000 and Fresno County is the proper venue, it may proceed as an unlimited civil case in Fresno County Superior Court.
  8. Trial. If the case does not settle during litigation, it may proceed to trial before a judge or jury.

Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury Cases in Clovis

Yes. California follows pure comparative fault, so shared fault reduces but does not eliminate your recovery. Because every percentage point of assigned fault affects the outcome, Clovis personal injury attorneys can build evidence to keep your share of fault as low as the facts support. 

There is no fixed settlement amount. The value depends on factors such as injury severity, medical expenses, lost income, future care needs, available insurance, evidence of liability, comparative fault, and whether the injuries cause lasting limitations. 

Insurance companies may argue that an injury was preexisting or less severe than claimed. A preexisting condition does not automatically prevent recovery, but it can affect questions of causation and damages. Under California law, an injured person may recover for the additional harm caused by the aggravation of a preexisting condition.

For injuries that may not appear clearly on initial imaging, including some TBIs, medical specialists such as neurologists or neuropsychologists may help document the extent of the harm. Our attorneys may use medical records, specialist evaluations, and treatment summaries to support the claim before the parties resolve settlement discussions.

There are no upfront attorney’s fees. Arash Law handles personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means the firm earns an attorney’s fee only if compensation is recovered for you. The fee percentage and other required terms are explained in a written retainer agreement, as required by California Business & Professions Code § 6147.

Get medical care first. Depending on the injury, you may be treated at Clovis Community Medical Center, Community Regional Medical Center, or another appropriate facility.

Then, when you are able:

  • Photograph the scene, visible injuries, and any conditions that may have caused the incident.
  • Get the names and contact information of witnesses.
  • Obtain any available incident or collision report from the appropriate agency, such as the Clovis Police Department or CHP.
  • Be cautious about giving a recorded statement, especially to another party’s insurer. If your own insurer requests one, review your policy obligations and consider speaking with an attorney before responding.
  • Contact an attorney promptly if you want help preserving evidence and protecting your claim.

They may still be liable. Under California law, a property owner can be responsible if they knew or reasonably should have known about the dangerous condition and failed to fix it or warn visitors.

Even without actual knowledge, liability may arise through constructive notice. This means the hazard existed long enough that a reasonable inspection should have discovered it. Maintenance records, inspection logs, prior complaints, incident reports, and surveillance footage may help establish this liability.

Yes. Arash Law can represent an injured child through an appropriate guardian or a court-appointed guardian ad litem. A parent may ask the court to appoint them as the child’s guardian ad litem. Our attorneys can help gather medical records, document the child’s injuries and future needs, and pursue compensation from the responsible parties.

California generally requires court approval before a minor’s personal injury settlement becomes final. The court may also direct how the settlement funds are protected or managed for the child.

If the at-fault driver has no insurance or insufficient coverage, your own Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage may provide additional compensation if applicable coverage is available. 

If the accident involved a commercial vehicle, such as a delivery truck, agricultural vehicle, or company van, a commercial auto policy may also apply. Coverage limits vary depending on the vehicle, business, policy, and applicable insurance requirements. In some cases, multiple liable parties may also mean that more than one insurance policy applies.

Clovis personal injury attorneys can investigate all potential sources of recovery before making any demand.

Ready to Discuss Your Personal Injury Case? Call Arash Law

If someone else’s negligence injured you, you may face medical bills, lost income, and questions about what to do next. Our Clovis personal injury attorneys can investigate your claim, gather evidence, communicate with insurers, and pursue litigation when necessary so you can focus on your recovery.

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